Keto Pigs In A Blanket (3g Net Carbs!)

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These low carb pigs in a blanket are made with high quality sugar-free hot dogs and a fathead dough “blanket”, for a keto version that tastes just like the original. People have been telling me for quite some time that they’ve been wrapping the dough from my keto bagel recipe around hot dogs. So, I wanted to share this keto pigs in a blanket recipe to show you exactly how to do it. These are just plain fun… and delicious!

Just like my bacon wrapped hot dogs, kielbasa and sauerkraut, and fried cabbage and sausage, these low carb fathead pigs in a blanket are made with Garret Valley Farms hot dogs. I love their sausages and bacon because they are made from premium cuts of pork that are raised humanely and never given antibiotics. Plus, they are sugar-free and use natural ingredients.

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Keto Pigs In A Blanket Ingredients

These almond flour pigs in a blanket are made with these simple ingredients:

Garrett Valley Farms Sugar-Free Grass Fed Hot Dogs – These are easily the best hot dogs out there! High quality, without the iffy ingredients.
Almond flour – Use a super-fine, blanched almond flour like this for best results.
Baking powder – Make sure it’s fresh so that it works properly.
Xanthan gum – Optional, but gives great “chew” to the “blanket”.
Eggs – Use large size. I prefer cage-free when possible, but any kind will do.
Mozzarella cheese – I like to buy pre-shredded to save some time, but you can also shred it yourself. Be sure it’s the low-moisture kind.
Cream cheese – Use full-fat for best results.
Sesame seeds

How To Make Keto Pigs In A Blanket

Make low carb dough for pigs in a blanket. In a large bowl, stir together almond flour, baking powder, and xanthan gum. Stir in egg until uniform and set aside.

Melt cheeses. In a medium bowl, combine shredded mozzarella and cubed cream cheese. Microwave for 90 seconds, stirring halfway through.

Mix dough. Before cheese cools, add to almond flour mixture and knead with your hands until a uniform dough forms, without streaks. If the dough is sticky, refrigerate to make it easier to work with.

Assemble. Roll out dough for low carb pigs in a blanket into a thin rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 8 long strips…

…And wrap around hot dogs:

Brush. Whisk egg and brush over pigs in a blanket. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, lightly pressing to help them stick.

Bake. Remove when golden brown.

Low Carb Pigs In A Blanket FAQs

Why is my dough sticky?

Fathead dough can be sticky depending on the temperature in your kitchen. If it’s too sticky to work with, chill it in the fridge for 30-60 minutes. In addition, working with oiled hands can help. Find a full guide to fathead dough in my Easy Keto Cookbook.

Are pigs in a blanket keto?

No, most pigs in a blanket are not keto, as they are made with a flour-based dough or puff pastry. This version uses fathead dough for a keto version!

How many carbs in keto pigs in a blanket?

Each low carb pig in a blanket has 3.3 grams net carbs per serving. Traditional versions have around 15-20 net carbs per serving.

Are keto pigs in a blanket dairy-free?

No, this version is made with a fathead dough, which is made with mozzarella and cream cheeses.

Can you make pigs in a blanket with coconut flour?

Yes, you can. Replace the 3/4 cup almond flour with 1/4 cup coconut flour. You’ll end up with less dough, so may need to double the entire recipe afterward to make enough.

Storage Instructions

You can easily make these up to 2 days and store in refrigerator until ready to bake. Or, mix dough and assemble pigs in a blanket before serving.

Leftovers will also store well in the fridge for 3-5 days.

Can you freeze keto friendly pigs in a blanket?

Yes, you can freeze these keto pigs in a blanket for 2-3 months.

How to reheat fathead hot dogs:

For best results, reheat the hot dogs in a 350 degree F oven. The microwave also works fine if you prefer.

What To Serve With Keto Hot Dogs In A Blanket

All these low carb pigs in a blanket need are a few dips and a few sides:

Condiments – Dips and sauces like keto ketchup, sugar-free bbq sauce, or mayonnaise are all perfect to dip your dog in.
Fries – Try rutabaga fries or jicama fries for a texture like potatoes.
Appetizers – Make a fun appetizer spread with keto meatballs, keto fried pickles, buffalo wings, and low carb mozzarella sticks.
Salads – Lighten up your meal with keto coleslaw or Caesar salad.

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Ingredients

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8 medium Garrett Valley Farms Sugar Free Grass Fed Hot Dogs ▢
3/4 cup Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour ▢
1/2 tbsp Baking powder ▢
1/4 tsp Xanthan gum (optional) ▢
2 large Eggs ▢
1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded) ▢
2 tbsp Cream cheese (cut into chunks) ▢
1 tsp Sesame seeds ▢

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, stir together the almond flour, baking powder, and xanthan gum, if using. Stir in 1 egg, until uniform. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella and cubed cream cheese. Microwave for 90 seconds, stirring halfway through. Stir again at the end until well incorporated. (You can also heat in a double boiler on the stove if you prefer.)
Quickly before the cheese cools, add the melted cheeses to the almond flour mixture and knead with your hands, until a uniform dough forms, with no streaks.
If the dough is sticky, refrigerate for 30-60 minutes, until it’s more manageable.
Roll the dough into a thin rectangle, about 1/4 inch (.64 cm)thick. Cut the rectangle into 8 long strips, about 1/2 to 1 inch (1.27 to 2.54 cm) wide, then wrap them around the hot dogs. Place onto the baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk the remaining egg. Brush the pigs in a blanket with the egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and press gently to help them stick.
Bake for about 15 minutes, until golden brown.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 pig in a blanket

Note: Nutrition facts only include 1/2 an egg for the egg wash, as you don’t need the whole thing.

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories 282

Fat 22.9g

Protein 14.9g

Total Carbs 4.6g

Net Carbs 3.3g

Fiber 1.3g

Sugar 0.8g

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Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keywords: keto pigs in a blanket, low carb pigs in a blanket

Calories: 282 kcal

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29 Comments

Diane
0 August 31, 2023Reply

Has anyone tried to make these as a breakfast version using a cooked sausage link?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 September 7, 2023Reply
  
  Hi Diane, I have not tried that but I think it would work.
Kyle
0 May 2, 2023Reply

Made these tonight… didn’t have the xantham gum, but my husband and I both enjoyed them a lot!
Heather R
0 March 20, 2023Reply

This is a great recipe. While I agree that the food processor is absolutely the way to go when making fathead dough, my dough always creeps up under the blade and out the center hole of the bowl. Is there any way to prevent this?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 March 21, 2023Reply
  
  Hi Heather, This sounds like an issue with the food processor so I don’t have a solution for you.
Whiteflower
0 March 10, 2023Reply

This was a fast, fun and utterly delicious recipe to make! I left out the sesame seeds (hubby doesn’t care for them) but I can attest, they were awesome. The leftovers were gobbled up the next day. You hit my hubby’s soft spot with this recipe – it has only been a couple days and he is already asking when we can have then again! Five stars plus some!!
Amanda
0 November 1, 2022Reply

If you don’t have xanthan gum, will it make a difference? What can I use instead?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 November 3, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Amanda, You could use psyllium husk powder.
Leslie
0 October 31, 2022Reply

I’m on keto but no nuts (at all) and restricted fats- meaning no sat fats, only avo oil or evoo. I see you’ve subbed in some coconut flour for some of the almond flour- which I can’t have, but any advice on other flour options? And do these hot dogs contain sat fat?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 November 1, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Leslie, In most recipes, almond flour can be substituted for sunflower flour, though the flavor and texture is better with almond flour. Also, you will have to check the nutritional info on the specific brand of hot dogs you use to see how much saturated fat they have.
Debra Patrick
0 October 13, 2022Reply

Once you have your dough rolled out can you layer your strips or squares with parchment paper and freeze til a later date?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 October 14, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Debra, For best results, bake the pigs in a blanket and then freeze.
Donna
0 March 20, 2022Reply

Absolutely delicious!!! Far superior to a previous recipe I tried. This is my keeper, we all enjoyed them so much. Thank you.
Brenda Matteson
0 January 14, 2022Reply

I love me some hotdogs, and the dough being fathead dough, I am so glad that I found a dough recipe that I actually like. The piggy’s in this recipe was so good! I didn’t make any changes but made it per the recipe. It was so good!
Natalie
0 April 27, 2021Reply

Delicious. I will make this again for sure.
- Penny Simonson
  0 December 31, 2021Reply
  
  Just made these and they are delicious!!!!! An easy 10
Beth
0 April 27, 2021Reply

These are amazing and perfect for a snack! My teens absolutely love these and always begging for more! Such a tasty recipe and big hit here! On the remake list!
Sarah
0 April 27, 2021Reply

These are a kid favorite, for sure! The addition of cream cheese was a delicious surprise!
Jessica Formicola
0 April 27, 2021Reply

Pigs in a blanket are one of my kids favorite snacks! So happy to have found a keto version so I can enjoy too!
Swathi
0 April 27, 2021Reply

Keto pigs in a blanket looks delicious.
Julia
0 April 27, 2021Reply

These look so good! The homemade dough sounds so delicious. Can’t wait to try it!
Jane V
0 April 27, 2021Reply

My kids will love these – perfect for a quick lunch! Thank you.
Jaclyn
0 April 27, 2021Reply

So yummy, will make these again!
- Cheryl
  0 June 5, 2021Reply
  
  These were delicious! Even my husband, who eats very differently than me, liked them!
veenaazmanov
0 April 27, 2021Reply

Love the name of this cute little snack. Pigs in a Blanket sounds so exciting. Looks healthy and great for a party.
michele peterson
0 April 27, 2021Reply

These pigs in a blanket were fun to make and fun to eat! Great for the whole family!
Jill
0 April 26, 2021Reply

I forgot to add “These look fantastic!”
Jill
0 April 26, 2021Reply

Is there any way to obtain these hot dogs if you don’t live in New Jersey?
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 April 27, 2021Reply
  
  Hi Jill, Yes! These hot dogs are widely available. Use the Garrett Valley Farms website to find a local store near you.